The bill amends section 50-29-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to the children's health insurance program. The key change involves the eligibility limit for modified adjusted gross income, which has been increased from two hundred tentwo hundred five percent of the poverty line. This adjustment aims to expand access to health insurance for children in the state. Additionally, the bill clarifies that current eligibility for the program can be established from the first day of the month in which an application is received. It also allows for retroactive eligibility for the three calendar months preceding the application month, provided that all eligibility factors are met during those months, even if there is no eligibility in the month of application. This provision is designed to ensure that children do not miss out on necessary health coverage due to timing issues with their applications.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 50-29-04
Enrollment: 50-29-04
INTRODUCED: 50-29-04